Appointment Pool
Advertised Vacancy Number SS/DP771912
Are you an inspiring and motivated leader looking for a rewarding opportunity?
Kambalda West District High School (DHS) is seeking to establish a pool of dedicated and inspiring Deputy Principals for appointments to permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during the 2023 school year. Appointments can be made from the pool at any time for commencements within the 2023 school year.
As part of the senior leadership team, the Deputy Principal will ideally provide educational leadership in the school and the community by helping develop and promote the school values, vision, and priorities by encouraging school staff, volunteers, community, and others to share ownership of the direction of the school.
Suitable applicants will ideally be dynamic, organised and committed with a passion for improving curriculum outcomes. Understanding of leadership within a district high school context is highly desirable for the role, as is an understanding of the School Business and Strategic Plans. It would be desirable that suitable applicants build community partnerships and represent the school within the community on a regular basis, showing evidence of strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Our school has a strong pastoral care focus enhancing the delivery of curriculum through the provision of rich authentic classroom learning experiences as the student population changes. You will be expected to support graduate and inexperienced teachers. Student engagement and curriculum must be in line with trauma-based strategies so all students can access learning, solve problems, and work collaboratively in a learning context where all members of the school community are respected and valued. Attendance strategies will be core business for the newly appointed Deputy Principal.
Suitable applicants will have a significant role in the daily management of staff and students. Using your professional knowledge and understandings you will ideally promote the use of the Western Australian curriculum and Department of Education priorities within the school. Use of effective change management strategies to assist the school to further develop opportunities for improved student outcomes will be highly regarded.
Kambalda West DHS is a friendly and caring school with a dedicated, young, and enthusiastic staff that caters for both primary and secondary schooling in the Kambalda community. We value the support and participation of the community that partners the school to ensure the best possible outcome for every student.
District High Schools are truly unique environments where children can develop academically, socially, and emotionally in a family environment with students from Kindergarten to Year 12. All students have access to well-equipped facilities including computing, physical education, music, and teaching areas. The transition between early childhood, primary and secondary schooling is seamless with a whole school approach being applied to all activities and learning across the school.
The Kambalda community has a rich mining history and is surrounded by bushland and copper-coloured soil. The views of the vast saltwater Lake Lefroy and panoramic sunset vistas from the Red Hill Lookout are a favourite of the locals, as is the bush walk that leads you to the Old Red Hill Mine Vent historical landmark.
Our school has a strong pastoral care focus enhancing the delivery of curriculum through the provision of rich authentic classroom learning experiences. Student engagement and curriculum are in line with trauma-based strategies so all students can access learning.
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To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work-related requirements:
- Capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
- High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
- Professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
- Capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources.
Applications will be assessed against the work-related requirements of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Kambalda West District High School can be found by visiting www.kambaldawestdhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
For further job-related information:
You are encouraged to contact Candice Brown, Principal, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Kambalda West, by telephoning (08) 9027 2950 or emailing candice.brown@education.wa.edu.au.
During the school holiday period, please contact Candice Brown on 0408 944 027
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A five (5) page statement addressing the Work-Related, in context of the role and business needs of the branch.
- A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY
Employees will be required to:
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
- Hold a recognised qualification in teaching and be currently registered or eligible for registration to teach in Western Australia;
- Complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course;
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment; and
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check.
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy; and
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountability and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4:30pm (WST) on Thursday, 6 October 2022
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.